Puli
VS
Lapponian Herder
Puli vs Lapponian Herder
Compare Puli and Lapponian Herder side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Puli
Lapponian Herder
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
38 – 42 cm
42 – 54 cm
Weight
13 – 17 kg
14 – 18 kg
Life expectancy
13 – 15 years
11 – 15 years
Child friendly
5/5
4/5
Energy level
3/5
4/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
4/5
Health
2/5
4/5
Grooming needs
3/5
3/5
Shedding
1/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
Characteristics
Puli
Great with kids
Super smart
Easy to train
Medium
Lapponian Herder
Great with kids
High energy
Easy to train
Medium
Summary
About Puli
The Puli is a compact Hungarian herding dog, agile and athletic beneath its famous corded “mop‑like” coat. Intelligent, independent and lively, it bonds closely with family, needs consistent training, substantial mental and physical exercise, and dedicated, specialized coat care.
About Lapponian Herder
Medium, athletic reindeer herding dog of the Sámi, built for stamina and harsh weather with a dense double coat and varied colors. Intelligent, vocal, watchful, and independent yet sensitive, it needs calm, consistent training and plenty of physical and mental activity.
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